Mao's Great Famine: The History of China's Most Devastating Catastrophe, 1958-1962
Frank Dikötter examines China’s Great Famine from 1958 to 1962 in this historical account of a devastating period. The book places the catastrophe within the broader context of modern Chinese history and Mao-era politics, offering readers a focused study of one of China’s most consequential national tragedies.
About This Book
Mao's Great Famine examines the history of China’s devastating catastrophe between 1958 and 1962.
Written by Frank Dikötter, the book focuses on a pivotal period in modern Chinese history.
It provides historical context for understanding the famine and its place within China’s political past.
This is a serious work of history for readers interested in China, Mao-era politics, and major twentieth-century catastrophes.
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